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Aiden Ross Crowned Champion on 'The Voice' Season 28: A Holiday-Themed Finale to Remember
In a festive, star-studded finale, Aiden Ross from Team Niall Horan was officially crowned the winner of The Voice Season 28 on December 16, 2025. The victory marks the third consecutive coaching win for Niall Horan, who has now led a contestant to victory in each of his three seasons on the show.
The live three-hour broadcast was a celebratory blend of holiday music and high-stakes competition, ultimately ending with Ross, a 20-year-old artist praised for his emotional delivery, taking home the coveted title, a $100,000 cash prize, and a recording contract with Universal Music Group.
🎤 The Final Showdown: Performance Highlights and Results
The finale pitted the season's Top 6 artists against one another in a final round of performances determined entirely by viewer votes.
The night was filled with holiday duets, though Coach Niall Horan was notably absent from the stage due to being placed on vocal rest by "doctor's orders". Stepping in, Season 23 winner Gina Miles performed "Last Christmas" with Ross, while Reba McEntire joined Team Niall's trio, DEK of Hearts, for "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town".
Finale Performance Grades and Full Results
The following table summarizes the final performances and the official ranking from the December 16 finale:
Critics noted that while Ross's winning duet with Gina Miles was "perfectly good," it lacked some of the standout "moments" he had delivered in prior performances. In contrast, runner-up Ralph Edwards received high praise for his performance with Snoop Dogg, with Snoop humorously planning to "pull a Milli Vanilli" and let Edwards shine. The performance affirmed the audience's "affection for Ralph's voice" and even offered a "surprising appreciation for Snoop's sneaky vocals".
🏆 The Road to Victory: Aiden Ross's Standout Season
Aiden Ross entered the finale as the clear frontrunner among TVLine readers, with 40% predicting his victory. His journey was defined by powerful solo performances that showcased his unique artistry. On the first night of the finale, he performed JVKE's "Golden Hour" and delivered a particularly resonant rendition of ABBA's "The Winner Takes It All," a song choice that proved prophetic.
His coach, Niall Horan, was a vocal advocate throughout the season. In an interview, Horan highlighted Ross's exceptional "emotional connection to songs" and his technical skill, stating, "He’s one of the ones that I’m very excited about post the show... I think he’s got a real shot".
🎭 Fan Reaction and a Look Ahead to Season 29
The announcement of Ross's win sparked mixed reactions from the show's dedicated fanbase on social media. While many celebrated the result—with comments like "AIDEN ROSS DESERVED TO WIN #THEVOICE! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! A TRUE STAR!!!"—others expressed being "conflicted," feeling that runner-up Ralph Edwards had also delivered a championship-worthy finale.
With Season 28 concluded, NBC is already preparing a major shake-up for the next chapter. Season 29 will be titled "The Voice: Battle of the Champions" and will feature only three coaches: Kelly Clarkson, Adam Levine, and John Legend. The new format promises the return of fan-favorite elements like super steals and will involve Voice alumni, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle among the show's most successful coaches. The season is scheduled to premiere on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Aiden Ross's victory in the holiday-themed finale solidifies Niall Horan's flawless coaching record and kicks off what promises to be a compelling new career in music. As one era of The Voice ends with festive cheer, another, with a champion-versus-champion format, is poised to begin.
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